What's the best hatchback for £4000?

I'm looking to purchase a reasonable diesel five-door hatchback for between £4000- £5000. I'm a sucker for power so the sportier models are preferred. So far I've come to decide the best "bang for buck"...

Replacing a Smart with a different small automatic?

I'm looking to replace my smart passion as I need to transport a toddler. Want it to be as small as possible and an automatic so the Citroen C1 and Peugeot 107 look like good options. 1-2 years old ideally....

Buying a small auto - What's best?

I'm looking to replace my Smart car to cater for my toddler. I want it to be as small as possible and an automatic. The Citroen C1 and Peugeot 107 look like good options. 1-2 years old ideally. Would you...

What's the best used car for carrying bikes?

I will soon need to replace a 1998 Mazda 323 that I have had from new. I would be happy with something similar in size noting that we do little town driving, it is mostly round trips of 180 miles (mostly...

What's the best 4x4 for £20,000?

I am about to purchase a replacement car. It needs to be able to carry skis for my annual runs to the French Alps and cost around £20,000 (new or used). I would prefer a 4x4, but am also aware that winter...

Pizza delivery driver in need of a used car

I want to buy a car for pizza delivery, my options are Kia Rio 2009 1.5 diesel and Kia Cee'd 1.6 diesel (2007). Can you tell me which car is best?

Which car is best for high mileage - EcoBoost or diesel?

I currently rack up 20,000 miles a year and run a 1.6 petrol Ford Focus Style. I would like to change my car for something more economical. Is it is better to go for a smaller EcoBoost Fiesta or should...

Recommended wheel size for new Kia Sportage

We are looking to buy either a 1 or 2 series Kia Sportage (and likely to be the 1.6 GDi petrol version as we don't do enough miles for a diesel). The 1 series has 16" wheels and the 2 series has 17" wheels....

Buying a new mid-range car - what do you recommend

It's time to change my five yearvold BMW 116d Sport and I can't afford a new one. I'm looking at a Seat Leon or Kia Cee'd. Budget is up to £18,000, including part exchange on BMW. Which would you recommend...

Gas smell after change of pollen filter

My daughter's Kia Cee'd has a strong smell (like gas) in her car. The dealership recently changed her pollen filter and say there is nothing wrong, just that more smells come through the new filter. Rubbish...